Certified Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Pennsylvania
Certified Respiratory Therapist jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with strong demand across hospital systems, long-term acute care, and pulmonary rehabilitation centers throughout the state, at levels from new-graduate CRT through senior and lead therapist roles. The largest concentrations of openings are in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Lehigh Valley, where systems like Penn Medicine, UPMC, and St. Luke's University Health Network maintain ongoing hiring needs. The most sought-after specialties in Pennsylvania include neonatal and pediatric respiratory care, sleep diagnostics, and critical care ventilator management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary
Geisinger is proud to offer a full time Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) a $15,000 hiring incentive for eligible candidates, competitive rates and up to $5.50/hr. shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts! Relocation assistance for eligible candidates!
Job Duties
Full benefits (medical, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
Shared governance structure that empowers our Respiratory Therapists
Protocol driven care
Therapist autonomy
Evidence-based medicine practices
Collaboration with Intensivist Critical Care team
State-of-the-art equipment and technology
Professional opportunities for growth and advancement
Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated leaders
Community involvement through our Employee Resource Groups
Employee referral incentive program
Join the Geisinger Family! Apply now! To learn more about Geisinger opportunities, please contact Rebecca Miszkiel at rmiszkiel@geisinger.edu
Job Description
Assesses patients' respiratory care needs based on a variety of data. Plans, organizes, performs, and evaluates treatment modalities to meet those needs. Ensures the very best patient/family experience by optimizing all customer interaction.
- Consistently performs and documents thorough patient assessments.
- Establishes appropriate care plans.
- Communicates with other members of the patient care team.
- Correctly performs and documents routine therapeutic modalities including aerosolized medications, secretion management techniques, pulmonary volume expansion, oxygen therapy, and assists with routine care and maintenance of artificial airways.
- Initiates and manages conventional and high frequency mechanical ventilators according to established protocol.
- Provides appropriate, age-specific, patient and family education as it relates to disease management.
- Assists in intra-hospital transport of mechanically ventilated patients.
- Responsible for acute airway management in emergent situations.
- Sets up and manages non-invasive monitoring (i.e. ETCO monitors, pulse oximeters).
- When care management not available, assists with discharge planning for patients needing respiratory related DME supplies, follows appropriate insurance guidelines.
- Adheres to regulatory requirements and safety standards.
- Adheres to institutional and nationally established standards of care.
- Collects arterial blood gas samples and processes through point of care blood analyzers.
- Maintains the confidentially of patient information according to established internal and external specifications and regulations including release of information and HIPAA.
- Functions as the Shift Coordinator (charge person) when designated as such after one year of employment.
- Assists the medical team in the performance of fiberoptic bronchoscopy procedures.
- Assists the medical team with the placement invasive monitoring lines and obtains hemodynamic measurements and calculations.
- Assists in the intra-hospital transport of age specific patient groups.
- Functions as a preceptor for orientees and students in their clinical rotation.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details
Hours: 7pm - 730am, every other weekend and holiday. ACLS, BLS, NRP and PALS certifications are provided and required.
Education
Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required)Certification(s) and License(s)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification - Neonatal Resuscitation Program; Basic Life Support Certification within 6 months - Default Issuing Body; Certified Respiratory Therapist - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 6 months - American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Respiratory Therapist - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)Skills
Preceptor Skills; Communication; Organizing; Interpersonal CommunicationAbout Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
Job Summary
Geisinger is proud to offer a full time Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) a $15,000 hiring incentive for eligible candidates, competitive rates and up to $5.50/hr. shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts! Relocation assistance for eligible candidates!
Job Duties
Full benefits (medical, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
Shared governance structure that empowers our Respiratory Therapists
Protocol driven care
Therapist autonomy
Evidence-based medicine practices
Collaboration with Intensivist Critical Care team
State-of-the-art equipment and technology
Professional opportunities for growth and advancement
Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated leaders
Community involvement through our Employee Resource Groups
Employee referral incentive program
Join the Geisinger Family! Apply now! To learn more about Geisinger opportunities, please contact Rebecca Miszkiel at rmiszkiel@geisinger.edu
Job Description
Assesses patients' respiratory care needs based on a variety of data. Plans, organizes, performs, and evaluates treatment modalities to meet those needs. Ensures the very best patient/family experience by optimizing all customer interaction.
- Consistently performs and documents thorough patient assessments.
- Establishes appropriate care plans.
- Communicates with other members of the patient care team.
- Correctly performs and documents routine therapeutic modalities including aerosolized medications, secretion management techniques, pulmonary volume expansion, oxygen therapy, and assists with routine care and maintenance of artificial airways.
- Initiates and manages conventional and high frequency mechanical ventilators according to established protocol.
- Provides appropriate, age-specific, patient and family education as it relates to disease management.
- Assists in intra-hospital transport of mechanically ventilated patients.
- Responsible for acute airway management in emergent situations.
- Sets up and manages non-invasive monitoring (i.e. ETCO monitors, pulse oximeters).
- When care management not available, assists with discharge planning for patients needing respiratory related DME supplies, follows appropriate insurance guidelines.
- Adheres to regulatory requirements and safety standards.
- Adheres to institutional and nationally established standards of care.
- Collects arterial blood gas samples and processes through point of care blood analyzers.
- Maintains the confidentially of patient information according to established internal and external specifications and regulations including release of information and HIPAA.
- Functions as the Shift Coordinator (charge person) when designated as such after one year of employment.
- Assists the medical team in the performance of fiberoptic bronchoscopy procedures.
- Assists the medical team with the placement invasive monitoring lines and obtains hemodynamic measurements and calculations.
- Assists in the intra-hospital transport of age specific patient groups.
- Functions as a preceptor for orientees and students in their clinical rotation.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details
Hours: 7pm - 730am, every other weekend and holiday. ACLS, BLS, NRP and PALS certifications are provided and required.
Education
Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required)Certification(s) and License(s)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification - Neonatal Resuscitation Program; Basic Life Support Certification within 6 months - Default Issuing Body; Certified Respiratory Therapist - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC); Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification within 6 months - American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Respiratory Therapist - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)Skills
Preceptor Skills; Communication; Organizing; Interpersonal CommunicationAbout Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified respiratory therapist jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Pennsylvania respiratory care practitioner license issued by the State Board of Medicine
- Certified Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care
- Associate degree or higher in respiratory care from an accredited program
- Current BLS certification, with ACLS preferred for critical care positions
- Hands-on clinical experience with mechanical ventilation and airway management
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays in acute settings
Certified Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a certified respiratory therapist in Pennsylvania?
You must complete an accredited respiratory care program, pass the National Board for Respiratory Care CRT exam, and then obtain a Pennsylvania respiratory care practitioner license through the State Board of Medicine, which operates under the Pennsylvania Department of State. Pennsylvania requires an active state license before you may practice clinically, so the licensing application follows your NBRC credential. Associate degree programs at community colleges like HACC and Northampton Community College are common entry points.
How much do certified respiratory therapists make in Pennsylvania?
Certified respiratory therapists in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $78,490 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $62,440 for the lowest 10% to over $95,520 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire certified respiratory therapists in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring certified respiratory therapists in Pennsylvania right now include Geisinger and Geisinger Health Plan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's large integrated health systems tend to post the highest volume of openings, with consistent hiring across their acute care, long-term acute care, and outpatient pulmonary departments throughout the year.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most certified respiratory therapist jobs?
Scranton, Danville, and Wilkes-Barre have the most certified respiratory therapist openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh drive the bulk of demand through their dense networks of academic medical centers and regional health systems, while the Lehigh Valley sees strong hiring because of the large hospital footprint anchored by Lehigh Valley Health Network and St. Luke's University Health Network serving a rapidly growing population corridor.
Are there remote certified respiratory therapist jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of certified respiratory therapist openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that the vast majority of the role requires hands-on patient care in a clinical setting. The slice of the work most suited to remote arrangements includes sleep study scoring, telehealth respiratory consultations, and case management or utilization review roles that do not require direct bedside care.
How can I get hired as a certified respiratory therapist in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate or trainee CRT postings at large Pennsylvania health systems, which regularly run structured transition-to-practice programs for recent graduates. UPMC and Penn Medicine both operate onboarding pathways that pair new therapists with clinical preceptors in acute care settings. Candidates coming from roles like respiratory care technician aide or pulmonary function technician have a meaningful head start, and holding an active Pennsylvania respiratory care practitioner license before applying puts you ahead of unlicensed candidates.
Where can I find and apply to certified respiratory therapist jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to certified respiratory therapist jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across hospitals, long-term acute care facilities, outpatient clinics, and specialty practices. Find the roles that fit your credentials and experience level and apply directly to the ones that match.
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